Classical Music

This July 4th episode of Music by Request features many works by American composers.

Sound designer Emily Duncan Wilson talks through her creative process and shares soundscapes.

Cristian Măcelaru conducts the opening World Youth Symphony Orchestra concert this year. Hear Classical IPR's live broadcast at 7 p.m this Sunday, July 5.

Hear music from a November 2023 performance Soyeon Kate Lee gave at Dendrinos Chapel.

As summer progresses, the magic of a shimmering pathway of moonlight across the lake will arrive a little earlier each evening.

Interlochen's Sustainability Foreman Jimi Alpers is also a trumpet player. He stopped by IPR to give a preview of July's NMC Concert Band performances.

OUT Ensemble talks about their new album and tour.

Hear music from a January 2025 performance the Harlem Quartet gave at City Opera House.

This week's episode featured requests dedicated to other regular listeners.

Pianist Lara Downes and Pulitzer-winning author Salamishah Tillet discuss Nina Simone and one of her best-known songs at her lovingly restored birthplace in Tryon, N.C.